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Losing a tooth or two may not seem like a big deal, but it can be. I lost several teeth to decay five years ago. At the time, I didn't think much about my tooth loss. I simply carried on with my life. But as the years passed, I began to experience problems with eating. I couldn't chew anything without hurting my gums or biting my tongue. After awhile, I stopped eating my favorite foods and ate things that didn't require much chewing. But after becoming ill from a lack of nutrition, I finally made a choice to replace my missing teeth with dental implants. Now, I feel great and can eat again. I want to share the dangers of tooth loss and other dental problems with you through my blog. I also talk about things you can do to improve your dental health. Thanks for reading and good luck.

Millions of people have crooked teeth and need braces to help realign their teeth. Although many have misalignment issues, they might not understand why it has happened. If you have crooked teeth, here is what you need to know.
What Causes Crooked Teeth?
There are several reasons that crooked teeth can occur. As with other dental and medical conditions, genetics ranks as one of the most common reasons that crooked teeth develop.
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If you've ever needed dental work on a budget, chances are you've received silver fillings before. Silver fillings are generally a more affordable option than resin or porcelain fillings, but they're also problematic for their users. Silver fillings can potentially be dangerous, and once you're no longer in a financial bind, replacing them is a good idea. Read on to learn why silver fillings can be a problem and what you can do about it.
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If you have a dental crown, you might be wondering if there is anything that you should do to take care of it. Basic maintenance should be pretty easy with your dental crown, but this doesn't mean that it should be ignored. These are three tips that can help you keep your dental crown in good shape.
1. Avoid Certain Foods
First of all, it's best to avoid certain foods if you would like to avoid damaging your crown.
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You have an oral health routine. You brush and floss your teeth at least twice a day. You visit your dentist twice a year. You do everything you can to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Unfortunately, even with the best dental care, you can still develop gum disease. So, what do you do once you've been diagnosed with the disease? Here is some information that will help you understand gum disease and the treatment process.
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As people age, their teeth tend to discolor and become more yellow than white. The vast majority of people -- 99.7 percent -- think it's important to have a good smile. This has led to the current teeth whitening trend. Although over-the-counter products may eventually get teeth a bit whiter, faster and more impressive results can be achieved through in-office teeth whitening services from a dentist.
Lights or Not?
Many teeth whitening systems used by dentists involve the use of some type of light as well as a high concentration of hydrogen peroxide.
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